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10th Edition of World Congress on Infectious Diseases
June 25-27, 2026 | Barcelona, Spain
Schistosomiasis
Schistosomiasis
Schistosomiasis is transmitted through contact with contaminated freshwater, where the infective larvae of the parasite penetrate the skin of individuals engaging in activities such as swimming, fishing, or washing clothes. Once inside the body, the larvae develop into adult worms, which reside in the blood vessels surrounding the intestines or bladder, depending on the species. Chronic infection can lead to severe complications, including liver and spleen enlargement, bladder cancer, and neurological disorders. Control strategies for schistosomiasis typically involve mass drug administration with praziquantel, improved sanitation and access to clean water, and educational campaigns to promote behavior change and reduce transmission risk.
Committee Members
Francis J Castellino
University of Notre Dame, United States
Ranjan Ramasamy
ID-FISH Technology, United States
Yazdan Mirzanejad
University of British Columbia, Canada Infection 2026 Speakers
Alexis Torres Rodriguez
NewYork-Presbyterian Queens Hospital, United States
Sasha Leibholz
New York Presbyterian Columbia/Cornell, United States
Hana Raza
Mclaren Oakland Hospital, United States
Terri Menser
Mayo Clinic, United StatesSubmit your abstract Today
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Pedro Plans Rubio, College of Physicians of Barcelona, Spain
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